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Operation Manual: © 2015 Zoom Corporation
Operation Manual: © 2015 Zoom Corporation
Contents
Changing the phantom power settings (SD Card Reader) ................................................ 105
Setting the date and time (Date/Time (RTC))...... 17
(Phantom) .............................................................. 65 Using as an audio interface (Audio Interface) .. 106
Disabling the Automatic Power Saving
Changing the plugin power setting Audio interface block diagrams ......................... 108
function (Auto Power Off) .................................... 19
(Plugin Power)....................................................... 67 Audio interface settings ......................................110
Setting the power supply used (Power Source) . 20
Delaying input signals (Input Delay) ................... 68 Various settings
Recording Converting mid-side input to ordinary stereo Setting how timecode is shown
Recording process ................................................ 22 (Stereo Link Mode) ............................................... 69 (Home Timecode Display Size) .......................... 112
Enabling recording on SD cards and setting Adjusting the side level of a mid-side mic Setting level meter appearance (Level Meter) . 113
file formats ............................................................ 23 capsule (Side Mic Level) ...................................... 71 Setting the LED brightness (LED Brightness) ... 116
Selecting inputs and adjusting levels ................. 24
Output settings Making display settings (LCD) ........................... 117
Recording .............................................................. 26
Setting signals sent to headphones Adding marks when pausing
Setting the sampling rate (Sample Rate) ............ 27
(Headphone Routing) ........................................... 72 (PLAY Key Option) ...............................................119
Setting WAV file bit depth (WAV Bit Depth) ........ 28
Setting MP3 file bit rate (MP3 Bit Rate)............... 29 Outputting alerts through headphones Other functions
Simultaneously recording tracks at different (Alert Tone Level) .................................................. 75 Checking SD card information (Information) ... 121
levels (Dual Channel Rec) .................................... 30 Disabling outputs (Output On/Off) ...................... 76 Testing SD card performance
Capturing audio before recording starts Setting the standard output level (Performance Test) .............................................. 122
(Pre Rec) ................................................................ 32 (Output Level) ....................................................... 77 Formatting SD cards (Format) ........................... 125
Maximum file size (File Max Size) ....................... 33 Setting the output level ........................................ 78 Restoring default setting values
Folder and file structure ....................................... 34 Delaying output signals (Output Delay).............. 79 (Factory Reset) .................................................... 126
Changing recording take settings (Next Take) .... 36 Output Limiter ....................................................... 80 Checking the firmware version
Selecting signals sent to the main outputs (Firmware Version).............................................. 127
Playback (MAIN OUT Routing) ............................................ 84 Updating the firmware ....................................... 128
Playing recordings ................................................ 40 Selecting signals sent to the sub outputs
Mixing takes .......................................................... 41 Appendices
(SUB OUT Routing) .............................................. 85
Changing the playback mode (Play Mode) ......... 42 Troubleshooting.................................................. 129
TIMECODE
Take and folder operations Detailed product diagrams ................................ 130
Timecode overview .............................................. 86 Metadata list ....................................................... 132
Take and folder operations (FINDER) .................. 43 Setting timecode................................................... 88 List of shortcuts .................................................. 136
Overview of take metadata stored in files .......... 50 Setting automatic timecode recording delay Specifications ...................................................... 137
Checking and editing take metadata ................... 51 03
Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing a ZOOM Multitrack Field • Built-in digital mixer with flexible signal routing
Recorder. The has the following features: Prefader and postfader signals from inputs 1–8 can be freely routed
to any outputs.
• 8 analog input channels with super high-quality preamps
The 8 lockable XLR/TRS combo jacks provide high-quality analog • Phantom power (+24V/+48V) can be supplied
inputs with EIN of −127 dBu or less, +75dB maximum input gain and This can be turned on/off for each input separately.
support for +4dB input.
• Three possible power sources—batteries, AC adapter and
• PCM recording at up to 192kHz/24-bit resolution an external DC power supply
Introduction
LED level
meter
LED level meter
PFL key
Names of parts
Green Orange Red
Back
DC IN connector
05
Names of parts (continued)
EXT DC IN USB SD card Lock release SUB OUT 1/2 Headphone MAIN OUT 1/2
connector port slots button jack jack jacks
Names of parts
4: + 1: − 2 1 TIP: HOT 1 2
3: NC 2: NC
1: GND RING: COLD
1: GND
2: HOT
SLEEVE: GND 3 2: HOT
DC 9–16V
3 3: COLD
3: COLD
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1–8
The can record a total of 10 tracks simultaneously: 8 individual tracks with signals coming from Inputs 1–8 and a stereo
mix of these inputs on left and right tracks.
You can connect mics and the outputs of line-level devices such as keyboards, mixers, or instruments with active electronics
to Inputs 1–8 and record them to tracks 1–8. Alternatively, Inputs 1 and 2 can instead receive input from a ZOOM mic capsule
connected to the MIC IN connector.
NOTE
When disconnecting a mic, gently pull on the XLR plug while simul-
Keyboard Mixer
taneously pushing the connector lock release button. (TRS cable) (TRS cable)
07
Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1–8 (continued)
Connecting mic capsules extension cable, connect it to the main unit, inserting
A ZOOM mic capsule can be connected to the MIC IN connec-
it completely.
tor on the back of the .
NOTE
• The mic capsule input is assigned to tracks 1/2.
• When a mic capsule is connected, Inputs 1/2 cannot be used.
Connecting mics/other devices to Inputs 1–8
Stereo input
By enabling the stereo link for tracks 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 or 7/8, the
corresponding Inputs (1/2, 3/4, 5/6 or 7/8) can be handled as a
Connection examples
The allows you to record in a variety of situations, such as:
• Input 1: gun mic for main subject sound (XLR connection) • Inputs 1–4: mics for stage performance (XLR connections)
• Inputs 2–5: wireless lavalier mics for performers (TRS • Inputs 5–6: line-level PA mixer outputs (TRS connections)
connections) • Inputs 7–8: mics for audience sound (XLR connections)
PA mixer
Lavalier receivers
Ambient
mics
Audience mics
1 5
1 5 2 6
2 6 3 7
3 7 4 8
4
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LCD display
Home Screen Power type and remaining power
Status icon Recording/playback timecode DC: AC adapter Full
■ Mixer EXT: external DC
Stopped Paused Frame rate power supply
INT: internal timecode enabled AA: batteries
Recording Playing EXT: external input timecode enabled
Counter
(playback/elapsed recording time) Empty
Track number
LCD display
Pan
Recording/playback take name Level meters
Press when stopped to show the Clip indicators
name of the next track to be recorded.
L/R tracks
Limiter indicators
Yellow: limiter functioning
HINT
• Stereo-linked tracks are shown together i.e., "7/8".
• When the Home Screen is not displayed, press and hold to
return to the Home Screen.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
■ Level meters
Recording/playback
Status icon Counter Frame rate timecode
Power type and
remaining power
Clip indicators
LCD display
Limiter
indicators
Tracks 1–8
Recording/playback
take name
NOTE
Keyboard
Press abc
LCD display
Instructions : MEN U
: Press #+=
Press ABC
■ Editing operations
Preparations
Using AA batteries
4. Install the batteries.
1. Turn the power off and then loosen the screw in the
−
+
−
battery cover to open it. +
+ +
− −
+
−
2.
Supplying power
−
Remove the battery case from the battery slot. +
−
+
1. Connect the dedicated AC adapter to the DC IN 1. Connect the external DC power supply equipment to
2.
Supplying power
NOTE
When connecting an external DC power supply, be sure to
make the power supply settings. (→ P.20)
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Loading an SD card
Preparations
1. Turn the power off and then open the SD card slot
cover.
Loading an SD card
Push the card further into the slot until it clicks and then
pull it out.
NOTE
• Always turn the power off before inserting or removing
an SD card. Inserting or removing a card while the power
is on could result in data loss.
• When inserting an SD card, be sure to insert the correct
end with the top side up as shown.
• If an SD card is not loaded, recording and playback will
not be possible.
• To format an SD card, see P. 125.
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Turning the power on and off
Preparations
NOTE
• The first time you turn the power on after purchase, you
must set the date/time (→ P. 17). You can also change this
setting later.
• If “No SD Card!” appears on the display, confirm that an
SD card is inserted properly.
• If “Card Protected!” appears on the display, the SD card
write-protection is enabled. Slide the lock switch on the SD
card to disable write-protection.
• If “Invalid SD Card!” appears on the display, the card is
The will automatically turn off if
not formatted correctly. Format the card or use a different
it is unused for 10 hours.
card. To format an SD card, see P. 125.
To keep the power on continuously until powered off, see "Dis-
abling the Automatic Power Saving function" on P.19 and set Auto
Power OFF to Off.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Setting the date and time (Date/Time (RTC))
Preparations
The date and time set on the are used when recording files, for example.
You can also set the date format (order of year, month and day).
and press .
3.
■ Changing settings
Use to select “Date/Time
Move cursor or change value:
(RTC)”, and press .
turn
The first time you turn the on after purchasing it, you
must set the date/time.
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Setting the date and time (Date/Time (RTC)) (continued)
Preparations
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Disabling the Automatic Power Saving function (Auto Power Off)
Preparations
The power will automatically turn off if the is unused for 10 hours.
If you want the power to stay on continuously until powered off, disable the Automatic Power Saving function.
press .
and press .
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Setting the power supply used (Power Source)
Preparations
Set the external DC power supply shutdown voltage, nominal voltage and type of batteries so that the remaining power supply
charge can be shown accurately.
On this menu page, you can also check the voltage of each power supply and the remaining battery capacity.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Preparations
Setting DC power supply (Ext DC) nominal voltage Setting the AA battery type (Int AA)
HINT NOTE
• The nominal voltage is the voltage of the external DC • When multiple power supplies are connected, they will be used
power supply under normal conditions. This value should in the following order of precedence.
be indicated on the surface of the external DC power 1. Dedicated AC adapter (DC IN)
supply. 2. External DC power supply (Ext DC)
3. AA batteries in unit (Int AA)
• The voltages of each power supply are shown on the display.
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Recording process
Recording
(→ P.40) (→ P.50)
• Connect mics, instruments, • Press to start and • Press to start playback • Check and edit
audiovisual equipment and to stop recording. and or to stop it. metadata.
other devices to Inputs 1–8. • You can also set marks. • Marks, for example, can also
(→ P.7) • Press to start be set. (→ P.119)
• Connect a mic capsule to the recording a new track.
MIC IN connector. (→ P.8) • Press to pause
1. Set the SD card and file format 2. Select the recording tracks 3. Make recording settings 4. Adjust the input levels
for recording. (→ P.23) (→ P.24) • You can make other settings, (→ P.25)
• Set the recording file format for each • Use track keys to select. The including dual channel recording (→
P.30), pre recording (→ P.32), high • Use to adjust each input.
SD card separately. indicators for selected tracks light red
and you will be able to monitor input pass filter (→ P.59) and limiter (→ • The side mic level can also be
sounds. P.60) functions. adjusted when using a mid-side mic
• Press two track keys simultaneously capsule.
to link them as a stereo track.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Enabling recording on SD cards and setting file formats
Recording
The recording file format can be set independently for SD CARD slots 1 and 2.
HINT
• Recording the same content to two cards is possible by using the
same settings for both card slots. This function can be used to
4. Use to select the file
create a backup in case the sound skips on one card, for example.
• You can also record tracks 1–8 unmixed on one SD card while
type, and press .
recording all tracks mixed together as MP3 or WAV data with left
1. Press .
None
Track1-8
– Nothing is recorded on the SD card.
A single (multitrack) file is created that
(Poly WAV) contains audio for multiple tracks.
Selected tracks
A single mono file is created for
2. Track1-8 1–8
each mono track and a single stereo
Use to select “REC”, and (Mono/Stereo WAV) file is created for each stereo track.
Track1-8 + L/R A single (multitrack) file is created that
press . (Poly WAV)
All selected
contains audio for multiple tracks.
tracks A single mono file is created for
Track1-8 + L/R
each mono track and a single stereo
(Mono/Stereo WAV) file is created for each stereo track.
L/R (Stereo WAV) A stereo file is created based on the
L/R tracks
L/R (Stereo MP3) mix created by the internal mixer.
You can select which Inputs 1–8 to use. Inputs will be recorded on tracks with the same numbers. For example, Input 1 will be
recorded on track 1 and Input 2 will be recorded on track 2.
1. Make the track indicator light by pressing the track 1. While pressing track key 1, press track key 2.
Selecting inputs and adjusting levels
Track indicator
Track number
Explanation the same way.
background color
• When a mic capsule that allows independent L and R input
Lit red Red The input is enabled.
Unlit Gray The input is disabled. selection is connected, stereo-linking can also be enabled
and disabled for their tracks.
NOTE
The signals from the inputs selected this way will also be sent to
the L/R tracks.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Recording
Adjusting input levels HINT
• Inputs connected with XLR plugs can be set from +10 to
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Recording
Recording
3. Press to pause.
NOTE
• When pausing, pausing will occur at a whole second
increment.
• When recording is paused, a mark is added at that point.
Press to resume recording.
• A maximum of 99 marks can be added to a take.
Recording
1. Press .
HINT
• During playback, you can press and to jump to
This starts recording.
points where marks have been added.
• You can also add marks without pausing. (→ P. 119)
HINT
If the timecode function is enabled, recording will start from
frame 00 (00 or 02 when using drop frame) and files will
always end exactly on a second. This makes synchronization 4. Press to stop.
easy when editing later. NOTE
• If the maximum file size is exceeded during recording (→
Recording
You can set the sampling rate used to record files.
1. Press .
44.1kHz, 48kHz,
88.2kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz
These are standard sampling rates.
press .
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Setting WAV file bit depth (WAV Bit Depth)
Recording
press .
HINT
This can be set to 16-bit or 24-bit.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Setting MP3 file bit rate (MP3 Bit Rate)
Recording
You can set the bit rate of recorded MP3 files.
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Simultaneously recording tracks at different levels (Dual Channel Rec)
Recording
Along with regular recording, the can capture a second recording set to a different input level (dual channel recording).
For example, by using dual channel recording to record at an input level 12 dB below that of the regular recording, you have an
immediate replacement if the regular recording distorts because the track level is too high.
Dual channel recording can be used with tracks 1–4.
1. 4.
Simultaneously recording tracks at different levels (Dual Channel Rec)
and press .
2. Use to select “REC”, and
press .
press .
3. Use to select “Dual When dual channel recording is
on, the name of the correspond-
Channel Rec”, and press . ing second track (5–8) changes.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Recording
6. Turn for the dual channel recording track to
NOTE
• When using dual channel recording, the track that is numbered
4 higher than the original track is used for the second recording.
For example, track 5 is used for the dual channel recording of
track 1 and track 6 is used for track 2. Dual channel recording
tracks cannot be used independently.
• When dual channel recording is enabled, if stereo-linking is
enabled or disabled for tracks 1/2 or 3/4, the same setting will be
applied to tracks 5/6 or 7/8.
• The limiter, high pass filter and other functions can be set inde-
pendently for the regular and dual recording tracks.
• When a mic capsule is connected, its dual recording track input
level is fixed at –12 dB compared to the regular track.
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Capturing audio before recording starts (Pre Rec)
Recording
The input signal can be captured for up to 6 seconds before is pushed (pre-recording).
This is useful if, for example, is pressed too late.
1. Press .
44.1kHz
47.952kHz
6 seconds
6 seconds
47.952kHz(F) 6 seconds
Capturing audio before recording starts (Pre Rec)
48kHz 6 seconds
2. Use to select “REC”, and WAV 48.048kHz 6 seconds
48.048kHz(F) 6 seconds
press . 88.2kHz 3 seconds
96kHz 3 seconds
192kHz 1 second
44.1kHz 6 seconds
MP3
48kHz 6 seconds
and press .
press .
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Maximum file size (File Max Size)
Recording
The maximum size of recording files can be set. If a recording file exceeds the maximum file size, recording will continue in a
new take with a number that is one higher. No gap will occur in the sound between the two takes when this happens.
HINT
1. Press .
Setting the maximum size to 640MB or 512MB is convenient
for backing up to CDs.
press .
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Folder and file structure
Recording
HINT
When recording with the , folders and files are created
• A "take" is a unit of data created for a single recording.
on SD cards as shown below.
• A "Scene" is a unit containing multiple files and takes that com-
Folders and files are used to manage scenes and takes. prise a single scene.
on how scenes are named. • Setting how scenes are named (mode) (→ P.37)
Root
Order recorded →
150101-T003.WAV Scene001-T001.WAV
150101-T001.WAV 150101-T002.MP3 150102-T001.WAV 150102-T002.WAV
150101-T003_Tr3.WAV Scene001-T001_Tr3.WAV
150102-T001_TrL_R.WAV
Scene 150102
150101-T003_Tr4.WAV (1st take) Scene001-T001_Tr4.WAV
WAV format
Scene 150101 Stereo file (track 1–2) Scene Scene001
(3rd take) Dual channel recording file (tracks 1–2) (1st take)
WAV format Stereo file (L/R tracks) WAV format
34 Mono files (tracks 1–4) Mono files (tracks 1–4)
F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Recording
Take names Audio file name
Structure Explanation File names are given by the according to the file for-
mat—poly, mono or stereo. Track numbers and other data are
Scene001-T001 Scene name: Select none, the folder
name, the date or a name input by added to file names.
Take number
(001–999) the user (→ P.37).
Scene number Take number: This number increases
by 1 for each recording made with File names
(001–999)
the same scene name and number.
Scene name
File names are given according to the following formats.
Scene001-T001_Tr1.wav
Mono This is a file created
file Track number by mono recording.
Take name
Scene001-T001_Tr1_2.wav
Stereo This is a file created
file Track number by stereo recording.
Take name
Dual Scene001-T001_Tr1_D.wav
Letter added to This is a file created
channel
dual channel by dual channel
record-
recording file recording.
ing file Take name Track number
HINT
When recording with a Mono/Stereo setting, the audio files are
saved in the take folder that is created.
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Changing recording take settings (Next Take)
Recording
You can change the recording take scene name or take scene mode, for example.
press .
press .
Recording
Selecting notes from the history list Setting how scenes are named (mode)
NOTE
The history list will be erased if the Factory Reset function
is used.
37
Changing recording take settings (Next Take) (continued)
Recording
NOTE
• The scene name is written to the <SCENE> metadata.
• You cannot put a space or an @ mark at the beginning of
the name.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Recording
Selecting a scene name from the history list Setting the take number reset condition
6.
The take number will not be reset.
Use to select the name However, if the folder is changed and that
folder contains a number higher than the
Off
to use, and press . current take number, the take number will be
set to one higher than the highest existing take
number.
The take number will be reset, and if the
destination folder is changed, the take number
NOTE Folder Change
will be set to one higher than the highest take
The history list will be erased if the Factory Reset function number in that folder.
is used.
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Playing recordings
Playback
HINT
• The longer you press and hold / , the faster the
backward/forward search speed.
• During playback, press track keys to switch between play-
ing back (lit green) and muted (unlit).
• An "Invalid Take!" message will appear if the selected take
is not valid.
Playing recordings
1.
• A "No Take!" message will appear if no take exists.
Press .
• During playback, you can press to add a mark that
■ Playback operations can be used for skipping. (→ P. 119)
Select take or jump to mark: Press or
Search backward/forward: Press and hold /
Pause/resume playback: Press 2. Press to return to the Home Screen.
NOTE
Tracks that have no playback files
appear gray.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Mixing takes
Playback
You can change the volume and panning of each track during playback.
Fader
Setting range
Mixing takes
HINT
• You can turn to move the cursor, and also adjust the
settings of the MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 tracks (→
2. Press to start P.78).
• When a fader or pan knob is selected, press and hold
playback.
to reset it to its default value. If already set to its
default value, selecting a fader mutes the track.
NOTE
• Settings are saved separately for each take and are used
during playback.
3. Adjust the parameter settings. • Mix settings are not saved with the take when the format
■ Editing operations is MP3.
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Changing the playback mode (Play Mode)
Playback
1. Press .
Play One
(single playback)
Only the selected take will be played.
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■ SD card selected
1. Press .
Free space
Size
Recordable time
and press .
■ Folder selected
Date
Time
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Take and folder operations
NOTE
• The folder created will be set as the recording folder.
• The name of the folder created is written to the <PROJECT>
or <SCENE> metadata.
• You cannot put a space or an @ mark at the beginning of
the name.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
NOTE
• The first take inside the selected SD card or folder will be
5. Use to select a mark, and press .
The Home Screen will reopen, and playback will start from
set as the playback take. the mark.
• After selecting the take recording/playback folder, the
Home Screen will reopen.
Added Mark Mark start time
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Take and folder operations
4. Press , use to
press .
Take and folder operations (FINDER)
NOTE
• The edited name of the folder/take is written to the
<PROJECT> or <SCENE> metadata.
• You cannot put a space or an @ mark at the beginning of
the name.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
press .
6. Press .
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Take and folder operations
press .
Take and folder operations (FINDER)
NOTE
• Deleted folders and takes are not immediately erased
press .
Press to cancel deletion.
NOTE
You can press to select/deselect all the folders and
takes that are currently shown.
6. Press .
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
press .
NOTE
Emptying the TRASH folder will completely erase the data
in it.
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Take and folder operations
(→ P.133).
The saves scene names and take numbers, for example,
as metadata in audio files. MP3 file metadata
• A chunk is a unit that contains multiple data in a single block. The metadata saved in files recorded by the in MP3
• To use BEXT and iXML chunk metadata, an application that sup- format is written as ID3v1 tags.
For information about the ID3 fields and formats for saving
ports both data formats is necessary.
metadata, see the "Metadata and ID3 fields contained in MP3
files" (→ P.135).
HINT
• MP3 files conform to the MPEG-1 Layer III standard.
• MP3 metadata cannot be edited.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
and press .
and press .
This opens the Option Screen.
See “Take and folder operations”
for how to use the Finder. (→ P.43)
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Take and folder operations
press . press .
Checking and editing take metadata
NOTE
NOTE
The history list will be erased if the Factory Reset function
The contents of this note is written to the <NOTE> metadata.
is used.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
and press .
NOTE
• The folder (tape) name is written to the <TAPE> metadata.
• The folder (tape) name used immediately after recording
NOTE
is the name of the folder in which the take was recorded.
• To clear a circle, select “Not Circled“ and press .
• You cannot put a space or an @ mark at the beginning of
• This circled status is written to the <CIRCLE> metadata.
the name.
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Take and folder operations
NOTE
• The project name is written to the <PROJECT> metadata.
• The project name used immediately after recording is the
name of the highest level folder (inside the SD card root
directory) that contains the folder in which the take was
recorded.
• You cannot put a space or an @ mark at the beginning of
the name.
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Input settings Input and output signal flow
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HEADPHONE
MAIN OUT
SUB OUT
Recording
1/2 jacks
1/2 jack
Output
jack
Track 2
Track 7
Track 8
Track L
:
:
R
L
Postfader
Prefader
Tr L/R Fader
Mixer
Pan
Input and output signal flow
Tr1-8 Fader
Input Delay
MS Stereo
Phase Invert
Input Limiter
HPF
Trim
Input 1Dual Channel Rec
Input 2
Input 7
Input 8
:
:
Adjusting the input signal monitoring balance
Input settings
You can adjust the volume and panning of each input signal when monitoring during recording.
• You can turn to move the cursor, and also adjust the settings
Screen. (→ P.11)
of the MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 signals. (→ P.78)
• When a fader or pan knob is selected, press and hold to
Adjusting the input signal monitoring balance
NOTE
2. Adjust the parameter settings. • The MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 faders do not affect the
levels of the slate mic and slate tone.
■ Editing operations • These volume and pan settings only affect the monitoring signals
Move cursor or change value: Turn and the data being recorded on the L/R track.
• Settings are saved separately for each take that is already
Select parameter to change: Press
recorded and can be changed during playback. (→ P.41)
Parameter Setting range Explanation • Mix settings are not saved with the take when the recorded file
Adjusts the level of the input format is MP3.
Fader Mute, −48.0 – +12.0 dB
signal.
Adjusts the left-right stereo
Panning L100 – Center – R100
position of the sound.
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Monitoring the input signals of specific tracks (PFL/SOLO)
Input settings
You can monitor the input signals of specific tracks and make various settings for selected tracks.
Parameter Explanation
Level meter
(prefader input
signal level)
Parameter Explanation
Phantom This sets phantom power.
HPF This sets the high pass filter.
Input Limiter This sets the limiter.
Fader This sets the fader level.
Pan This sets the panning.
Phase Invert This sets the phase.
Side Mic Level This sets the side mic level of a mid-side mic capsule.
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Setting the monitoring volume on the PFL screen (PFL Mode)
Input settings
On the PFL screen, you can set the monitored sound to be either prefader listening (PFL) or postfader solo (SOLO).
and press .
2. Use to select “INPUT”,
Setting the monitoring volume on the PFL screen (PFL Mode)
and press .
HINT
Select “ALL“ to set all the tracks at the same time.
and press .
and press .
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Cutting low-frequency noise (HPF)
Input settings
The high pass filter can cut low frequencies to reduce the sound of wind, vocal pops and other noise.
and press .
2. Use to select “INPUT”,
press .
NOTE
The HPF also affects dual channel recording data.
HINT
This can be set to Off or between 80 and 240 Hz.
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Input limiter
Input settings
2.
signal
Level
Use to select “INPUT”,
Limited
signal
Time
3. Use to select “Input
When the limiter is ON, if the input signal level exceeds the
set threshold value, the signal level will be suppressed to pre- Limiter”, and press .
vent the sound from distorting.
The attack time is how long after the signal exceeds the
threshold before the limiter starts operating. The release time
is how long after the signal goes below the threshold before
the limiter stops operating. You can change these two param-
eters to adjust the sound quality. 4. Use to select the input,
HINT
and press .
• The has a newly designed limiter that provides 10 dB
of headroom, allowing signals to be kept well below the set
threshold, therefore more effectively preventing distortion.
HINT
• The limiter uses a ratio of 20:1.
Select “ALL“ to set all the inputs at the same time.
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Input settings
▶ Continue to one of the following procedures. Setting the type
Using the limiter ................................................................P.61
Setting the type .................................................................P.61
Setting the threshold .........................................................P.62
5. Use to select “Type”, and
Input limiter
Using the limiter
and press .
and press .
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Input limiter (continued)
Input settings
HINT HINT
This can be set from −16 to −2 dBFS. This can be set from 1 to 4 ms.
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Input settings
Setting the release time NOTE
• Limiter operation is linked for tracks that have stereo link
This sets the amount of time until limiting stops after the
input signal goes below the threshold. or MS stereo link enabled. If the signal for either linked
channel reaches the threshold, the limiter will operate on
5. Use to select “Release both tracks.
• When the limiter is operating, the right-most segment of
Time”, and press . the level meter and the mixer limiter indicator on the dis-
Input limiter
play light yellow.
and press .
HINT
This can be set from 1 to 500 ms.
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Inverting the input phase (Phase Invert)
Input settings
and press .
Inverting the input phase (Phase Invert)
and press .
HINT
Select “ALL“ to set all inputs at the same time.
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Changing the phantom power settings (Phantom)
Input settings
The can provide phantom power. The voltage can be set to +24V or +48V and it can be turned on/off for each input
separately.
HINT
Phantom power is a function that supplies power to devices that 1. Press .
require an external power supply, including some condenser mics.
The standard power is +48V, but some devices can operate with
2.
NOTE
and press .
Do not use this function with a device that is not compatible with
phantom power. Doing so could damage the device.
and press .
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Changing the phantom power settings (Phantom) (continued)
Input settings
.
Changing the phantom power settings (Phantom)
HINT
HINT
Select “ALL“ to set all inputs at the same time.
When using mics and other equipment that can operate with volt-
ages less than +48V, selecting +24V can reduce power consumption
6. Use to select “On”, and by the .
press .
NOTE
When a mic capsule is connected, phantom power for inputs 1/2
are set to Off.
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Changing the plugin power setting (Plugin Power)
Input settings
Make this setting when a mic that is compatible with plug-in power is connected to the mic capsule’s MIC/LINE input jack.
1. Press .
press .
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Delaying input signals (Input Delay)
Input settings
If there are differences in the timing of input signals, use this function to correct them when recording.
and press .
2. Use to select “INPUT”,
Delaying input signals (Input Delay)
and press .
HINT
Select “ALL“ to set all inputs at the same time.
HINT
This can be set from 0 to 30.0 ms.
NOTE
When Sample Rate is set to 192kHz, Input Delay is disabled.
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Converting mid-side input to ordinary stereo (Stereo Link Mode)
Input settings
Signals from a mid-side stereo mic input connected to stereo-linked inputs can be converted to an ordinary stereo signal.
See "Linking inputs as a stereo pair" (→ P.24) for how to use stereo linking.
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Converting mid-side input to ordinary stereo (Stereo Link Mode)(continued)
Input settings
HINT
Select “ALL“ to set all input pairs at the same time.
NOTE
• When “MS Stereo Link“ is selected, odd-numbered inputs are han-
dled as mid signals and even-numbered inputs as side signals.
• The MS Stereo Link setting is disabled if a ZOOM mic capsule
is connected that cannot have L/R signals routed individually to
inputs 1/2.
HINT
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Adjusting the side level of a mid-side mic capsule (Side Mic Level)
Input settings
You can adjust the side mic level (stereo width) before recording when a mid-side mic capsule is connected.
NOTE
Adjusting the side level of a mid-side mic capsule (Side Mic Level)
recording by using ZOOM MS Decoder or other plug-in software.
Level”, and press .
HINT
When dual channel recording is on, the side mic level can also be
set for tracks 5/6, which correspond to tracks 1/2.
HINT
This can be set to Off, RAW or in a range from −24 to +6 dB.
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Setting signals sent to headphones (Headphone Routing)
Output settings
You can set the type of signal sent to the headphone output to either prefader or postfader for each track.
and press .
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Output settings
HINT Using mono headphone output
Press to cycle through the options: Prefader → Post-
fader → Off. 4. Use to select “MONO Mix”,
6. Press .
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Setting signals sent to headphones (Headphone Routing) (continued)
Output settings
press .
Setting signals sent to headphones (Headphone Routing)
5. Press .
NOTE
• This is disabled for stereo-linked tracks that have Stereo Link
Mode set to MS Stereo Link.
• This is only enabled for tracks that have a mid-side microphone
or mid-side mic capsule connected and the Side Mic Level set to
RAW.
• When mid-side stereo monitoring is enabled, the prefader tracks
will be routed automatically to the headphone channels, with the
odd-numbered to the left and the even-numbered to the right. In
this case, the routing cannot be changed manually.
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Outputting alerts through headphones (Alert Tone Level)
Output settings
The volume can be adjusted for alerts output to headphones when, for example, recording starts and stops.
3.
When alerts sound Sound type
Use to select Remaining battery low 880Hz tone 4 times every 30 seconds
Recording starts 1000Hz tone 1 time
“Headphone”, and press . Recording stops 880Hz tone 2 times
Recording not possible 880Hz tone 3 times
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Disabling outputs (Output On/Off)
Output settings
By disabling outputs that you are not using, you can reduce power consumption and increase the length of operation time when
using batteries.
HINT
Select All to set all outputs at the same time.
and press .
press .
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Setting the standard output level (Output Level)
Output settings
The standard output level can be changed.
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Setting the output level
Output settings
The MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 levels can be changed.
1.
3.
Open the mixer on the Home
Use to select a fader,
Screen. (→ P.11)
and press .
Setting the output level
2.
4.
Use to open the MAIN
Use to adjust the
OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2
output level, and press .
settings screen.
HINT
• This can be set to Mute or from −48.0 to +12.0 dB.
• You can also check and adjust various output settings on the
MAIN OUT and SUB OUT setting screen.
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Delaying output signals (Output Delay)
Output settings
By delaying outputs, you can correct timing differences for audio input to other devices receiving signal from the .
HINT
This can be set from 0.0 to 10.0 frames.
NOTE
• The delay in milliseconds depends on the frame rate of the
selected timecode.
• When Sample Rate is set to 192kHz, Output Delay is disabled.
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Output Limiter
Output settings
Using a limiter on the output can protect devices connected to the output jacks.
HINT HINT
For details about the effect of the limiter, see "Input limiter". (→ P.60) Select ALL to set all outputs at the same time.
1.
▶ Continue to one of the following procedures.
Press .
Using the limiter ................................................................P.80
Output Limiter
2.
Setting the threshold .........................................................P.81
Use to select “OUTPUT”, Setting the attack time.......................................................P.82
Setting the release time ....................................................P.82
and press . Setting links .......................................................................P.83
and press .
Limiter”, and press .
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Output settings
Setting the type Setting the threshold
This sets the level at which the limiter begins operating.
5. Use to select “Type”, and
5. Use to select
press .
“Threshold”, and press .
Output Limiter
6. Use to select the type,
6. Use to adjust the
and press .
setting, and press .
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Output Limiter (continued)
Output settings
HINT HINT
This can be set from 1 to 4 ms. This can be set from 1 to 500 ms.
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Output settings
Setting links
The limiter can be linked or applied separately to MAIN OUT
1 and MAIN OUT 2, as well as to SUB OUT 1 and SUB OUT 2.
press .
Output Limiter
6. Use to select “Off”, and
press .
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Selecting signals sent to the main outputs (MAIN OUT Routing)
Output settings
You can send either prefader or postfader signals for each track to the main outputs.
2.
Clear all settings
Use to select “OUTPUT”,
Selecting signals sent to the main outputs (MAIN OUT Routing)
Switches option:
and press . • Change tracks 1–8 to
postfader
Select prefader • Change L/R tracks to
Select postfader postfader
Off
HINT
3. Use to select “MAIN OUT Press to cycle through the options: Prefader → Postfader →
Off.
Routing”, and press .
NOTE
• Tracks 1–8 can be set to Prefader or Postfader.
• The L/R tracks can only be set to Postfader.
• Tracks 1–8 and L/R tracks cannot be set at the same time. Selecting
4. Use to select the track for MAIN OUT 1 or MAIN one type will deselect the other.
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Selecting signals sent to the sub outputs (SUB OUT Routing)
Output settings
You send either prefader or postfader signals for each track to the sub outputs.
2.
Clear all settings
Use to select “OUTPUT”,
Switch options:
and press . • Change tracks 1–8 to
postfader
Select prefader • Change L/R tracks to
Select postfader postfader
Off
HINT
3. Use to select “SUB OUT Press to cycle through the options: Prefader → Postfader →
Off.
Routing”, and press .
NOTE
• Tracks 1–8 can be set to Prefader or Postfader.
• The L/R tracks can only be set to Postfader.
• Tracks 1–8 and L/R tracks cannot be set at the same time. Selecting
4. Use to select the track for SUB OUT 1 or SUB one type will deselect the other.
85
Timecode overview
TIMECODE
HINT
Timecode 00:10:03:00
00:10:03:00
Nonlinear editing software
Audio file
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TIMECODE
Connection examples Inputting timecode
Connections like the following are possible, depending upon Timecode is transmitted from an external timecode generator.
the specific equipment being used with the . Both the and the video camera receive timecode and
Synchronizing with a video camera record it with their audio and video data.
The input timecode can also be used to synchronize the
The records with a mic input and transmits timecode.
audio clock.
The saves the timecode that it generates with the
audio data. The timecode received by the video camera is
Timecode overview
recorded with the video data.
Timecode Mic
Video camera
Timecode
generator
Timecode
Audio
Audio
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Setting timecode
TIMECODE
and press .
Timecode mode
Internal timecode
Internal timecode
Internal user bits frame rate
External timecode
External timecode
External user bits frame rate
Jam button Internal timecode
restart button
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TIMECODE
Setting the mode Setting value Explanation
No timecode will be written to the recording file.
The timecode mode settings allow you to specify: Off
Timecode will not be output from the TIMECODE OUT jack.
• Whether the generates timecode or receives
Internal timecode will be generated regardless of the
external timecode recording mode.
• Whether or not timecode continues running when not The internal timecode can be set manually using the
following menu items:
recording Int Free Run
• MENU > TIMECODE > Timecode > Jam
• MENU > TIMECODE > Timecode > Restart
4.
Timecode will always be output from the TIMECODE OUT
Setting timecode
Use to select “Mode”, and jack.
Internal timecode will be generated only when recording.
press . The internal timecode can be set manually using the
following menu items:
Int Record
• MENU > TIMECODE > Timecode > Jam
Run
• MENU > TIMECODE > Timecode > Restart
When switching from another mode, or when recording
stops, the internal timecode will stop at the last value.
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Setting timecode (continued)
TIMECODE
Stopping timecode output when recording is stopped Synchronizing audio clock with external timecode
You can set whether or not timecode is output from the
TIMECODE OUT jack when recording is stopped. 4. Use to select “Mode”, and
and press .
Setting timecode
NOTE
NOTE • This cannot be set when Mode is set to Off, Int Free Run, Int
• Timecode will continue to be output when recording/playback is Record Run or Int RTC Run.
paused. • When there is no external timecode, the internal audio clock is
• This cannot be set when Mode is set to Off, Ext or Ext Auto Rec. enabled to preserve continuity.
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TIMECODE
Automatically enabling internal timecode when no NOTE
external timecode is input • This cannot be set when Mode is set to Off, Int Free Run, Int
Record Run or Int RTC Run.
You can enable the automatic generation of internal timecode
to preserve continuity when there is no external timecode. Setting the user bits for internal timecode
Setting timecode
press .
editing later.
Setting the user bits (Ubits) mode
press .
press .
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Setting
Settingtimecode
timecode(continued)
(continued)
TIMECODE
6.
uu uu uu uu You can set these values as you like on the Edit screen.
The month, day and year are entered automatically in that Edit the value.
mm dd yy uu order using the RTC setting. You can set the "uu" value as
you like on the Edit screen. ■ Editing operations
The, day, month and year are entered automatically in that
dd mm yy uu order using the RTC setting. You can set the "uu" value as Move cursor or change value:
you like on the Edit screen.
The year, month and day are entered automatically in that turn
yy mm dd uu order using the RTC setting. You can set the "uu" value as
you like on the Edit screen.
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TIMECODE
Setting value Explanation
Setting the frame rate for internal timecode This is the most common frame rate used with HD cameras
23.976ND and other high-definition video recording. The count is 0.1%
Setting timecode
This is a frame rate used for NTSC color video and HD
cameras. The count is 0.1% slower than the actual time. This
29.97ND
is used for NTSC video, which is used in Japan, the United
States and other countries.
HINT
• ND stands for Non-Drop frame.
• D stands for Drop frame.
NOTE
Matching frame rates must be set in advance on all connected
video and audio devices.
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Setting timecode (continued)
TIMECODE
press .
Setting timecode
turn
and press .
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Setting automatic timecode recording delay (Auto Rec Delay Time)
TIMECODE
If set to record automatically when external timecode is received, unnecessary recording could occur when timecode is received
for a brief amount time. In order to prevent this, you can set the amount of time until recording starts after timecode is received.
and press .
and press .
HINT
This can be set from 0.0 to 8.0 s.
95
Setting how timecode is initialized at startup (Start Timecode)
TIMECODE
Since internal timecode stops when the is turned off, the timecode is automatically initialized (jammed) during startup.
You can set the value that is used for jamming at that time.
1. Press .
Restart Time
When the starts, the value set by Restart (→ P.94) is
used to jam the internal timecode.
When the starts, its timecode is restored from the
Setting how timecode is initialized at startup (Start Timecode)
2. Use to select “TIMECODE”, timecode when the power was turned off and advanced by
the elapsed time using the Date/Time (RTC) setting
RTC
(→ P.17).
and press . Since RTC is less precise than internal timecode, discrep-
ancies will occur.
press .
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Slate mic and slate tone overview
You can use the built-in slate mic to record comments and to keep notes about recorded takes.
and press .
HINT
This can be set from 0 to 24 dB.
▶ Continue to one of the following procedures.
Setting the routing
Setting the volume ............................................................P.98
Setting the routing ............................................................P.98
Set the destination for the slate mic signal.
4.
Recording ...........................................................................P.99
Disabling the slate mic ......................................................P.100 Use to select “Routing”,
and press .
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Select postfader
toward the mic symbol again and release.
Off
NOTE
HINT • When the slate mic is in use, other signals input to the tracks that
HINT
6.
If you push and hold to the left, toward the mic symbol for two
Press .
or more seconds, the slate mic will be enabled until you release the
switch.
99
Recording with the slate mic (Slate Mic)
Slate mic/slate tone
and press .
Recording with the slate mic (Slate Mic)
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Recording a slate tone (Slate Tone)
and press .
HINT
This can be set from −20 to 0 dBFS.
101
Recording a slate tone (Slate Tone)
Slate mic/slate tone
(continued)
HINT
This can be set from 100 to 10,000 Hz.
Select postfader
Off
HINT
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6. Press .
5. Push to the right, toward the tone symbol and
NOTE
• When the slate tone is in use, other signals input to the tracks that
it is routed to are muted.
• The slate tone signal is always routed to the headphone L/R chan-
nels regardless of other routing settings.
• The MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 faders do not affect the
levels of the slate mic and slate tone.
HINT
If you push and hold to the right, toward the tone symbol for
one or more seconds, slate tone will be enabled until you push the
switch toward the tone symbol again.
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Recording a slate tone (Slate Tone)
Slate mic/slate tone
(continued)
You can set the slate tone so that it will not be enabled if
is accidentally pushed to the right, toward the tone symbol.
and press .
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Exchanging data with a computer (SD Card Reader)
1.
Windows: Windows Vista or later
Press . Mac OS: Mac OS X (10.6 or later)
• The cannot operate on USB bus power. Use the internal
batteries, the dedicated AC adapter or an external DC power sup-
HINT
press . When the is connected to a computer, the SD cards loaded
in slots 1 and 2 are recognized as separate SD cards.
Disconnecting
NOTE
Always follow correct computer disconnection procedures
4. Connect the and computer with a USB cable. before removing the USB cable.
, and press .
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Using as an audio interface (Audio Interface)
Using USB functions
input signals can be input directly to a computer or iPad, and playback signals coming from a computer or iPad can be
output from the .
1.
Stereo Mix This is a 2-in/2-out connection mode for Mac/Windows
Press . (PC/Mac) and sends tracks 1–8 as a stereo mix.
Stereo Mix This is a 2-in/2-out connection mode for iPad and
Using as an audio interface (Audio Interface)
1. Press .
press .
the .
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HEADPHONE
MAIN OUT
SUB OUT
1/2 jacks
1/2 jack
Output
(Input)
jack
PC
:
R
L
Postfader
Prefader
Tr L/R Fader
Mixer
Pan
Audio interface block diagrams
Tr1-8 Fader
Input Delay
MS Stereo
Phase Invert
Input Limiter
Channel 1
Channel 2
HPF
Trim
(Output)
PC
Stereo Mix
Input 1
Input 2
Input 7
Input 8
:
:
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Using USB functions Audio interface block diagrams
Using USB functions Audio interface block diagrams
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HEADPHONE
MAIN OUT
SUB OUT
1/2 jacks
1/2 jack
Output
(Input)
jack
PC
Output Type
Output Delay Level
Slate Mic/Tone Slate Mic/Tone
Output Limiter Alert Tone
Fader
Routing
:
:
R
L
Postfader
Prefader
Tr L/R Fader
Mixer
Pan
Tr1-8 Fader
Input Delay
MS Stereo
Phase Invert
Input Limiter
Channel 1
Channel 4
HPF
:
Trim
(Output)
PC
Multi Track
Input 1
Input 2
Input 7
Input 8
:
:
Audio interface settings
Using USB functions
The following settings can be made when using the as an audio interface. See the relevant pages for details about
operation.
You can use this function to add narration to music played mixed stereo signal will be sent.
back from the computer and record the mix or stream it from
the computer, for example. 1. Open the mixer on the Home
press .
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HINT
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Setting how timecode is shown (Home Timecode Display Size)
Various settings
You can change the size of the timecode display on the Home Screen.
and press .
2. Use to select “SYSTEM”,
Setting how timecode is shown (Home Timecode Display Size)
and press .
Setting value Explanation
The timecode is small and the time counter is large.
Small
press .
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Setting level meter appearance (Level Meter)
Various settings
You can set how the level meters appear on the display.
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Setting level meter appearance (Level Meter) (continued)
Various settings
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Various settings
Setting the level meter resolution Setting which track level meters are shown on the
Home Screen
4. Use to select You can change which tracks are shown on the Home Screen.
Segment HINT
(Shown when set to VU Only) Multiple tracks can be shown. Not showing any tracks is also pos-
sible. If none of the check boxes are checked, no track level meters
Solid will appear on the Home Screen.
(Shown when set to VU Only)
6. Press .
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Setting the LED brightness (LED Brightness)
Various settings
You can adjust the brightness of the LED level meters on the front of the .
1. Press .
4. Use to adjust the
and press .
HINT
This can be set from 5 to 100.
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Making display settings (LCD)
Various settings
You can make settings related to the display.
4. Use to select
press .
HINT
This can be set from 5 to 100.
▶ Continue to one of the following procedures.
Setting the display brightness ..........................................P.117
Changing the display backlight setting............................P.118
Making the display easier to read under bright light .....P.118
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Making display settings (LCD) (continued)
Various settings
Changing the display backlight setting Making the display easier to read under bright light
You can set the display backlight to dim after 30 seconds The display can be set to be easier to read in bright environ-
without use. ments including in sunlight.
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Adding marks when pausing (PLAY Key Option)
Various settings
You can set how marks are added when is pressed while recording or playing back a WAV format file.
119
Adding marks when pausing (PLAY Key Option) (continued)
Various settings
and press .
Adding marks when pausing (PLAY Key Option)
press .
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Checking SD card information (Information)
Other functions
You can check the size and free space of SD cards.
121
Testing SD card performance (Performance Test)
Other functions
You can test whether an SD card can be used with the . The Quick Test is basic, and the Full Test checks the entire SD card.
and press .
5. Use to select “Quick
3. Use to select
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Other functions
7. The test completes.
Conducting a full test
NOTE
Even if a performance test result is "OK", there is no guaran-
6. Use to select “Yes”, and
tee that writing errors will not occur. This information is just press .
to provide guidance.
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Testing SD card performance (Performance Test) (continued)
Other functions
NOTE
• You can press to pause and resume the test.
• Even if a performance test result is "OK", there is no guar-
antee that writing errors will not occur. This information is
Testing SD card performance (Performance Test) (continued)
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Formatting SD cards (Format)
Other functions
SD cards must be formatted for use with the .
press .
2. Use to select “SD CARD”,
125
Restoring default setting values (Factory Reset)
Other functions
press .
2. Use to select “SYSTEM”,
Restoring default setting values (Factory Reset)
NOTE
Input volume knob settings will not be reset.
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Checking the firmware version (Firmware Version)
Other functions
You can check the firmware version.
1. Press .
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Updating the firmware
Other functions
1. Install new batteries in the or connect the 4. Use to select “Yes”, and
NOTE
• Upgrading the firmware version is not possible if the
remaining battery power is low. In this case, replace the NOTE
batteries with new ones or use the adapter. Do not turn the power off or remove the SD card during
a firmware update. Doing so could cause the to
become unstartable.
2. On your computer, copy the file for updating the
3. Load the SD card into the SD CARD 1 slot, and turn off.
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Troubleshooting
Appendices
If you think that the is operating incorrectly, check the following items first.
Troubleshooting
◆ No sound from connected equipment or inputs or it is very quiet ◆ Computer does not recognize the even though it is con-
· If you are using a mic capsule, confirm that it is oriented correctly. nected to the USB port
· Check the input level settings. (→ P.25) · Confirm that the operating system is compatible. (→ P.105)
· If a CD player or other device is connected to an input jack, raise the · The operation mode must be set on the to allow the computer
output level of that device. to recognize the . (→ P.106)
· Check the input signal monitoring settings. (→ P.56)
· Check the phantom power and plug-in power settings. (→ P.65, P.67)
◆ Battery operation time is short
· Check the headphone, MAIN OUT 1/2 and SUB OUT 1/2 routing
Making the following settings increase the battery operation time.
settings. (→ P.72, P.84, P.85)
· Set the power supply used correctly. (→ P.20)
· Turn unnecessary tracks off. (→ P.24)
◆ Recording is not possible
· Turn unnecessary outputs off. (→ P.76)
· Confirm that track keys are lit red.
· Set the phantom power voltage to 24V. (→ P.65)
· Confirm that the SD card has free space. (→ P.121)
· Turn timecode off if not using it. (→ P.89)
· Confirm that an SD card is loaded properly in a card slot.
· Reduce the LED brightness.(→ P.116)
· If “Card Protected!” appears on the display, the SD card write-
· Reduce the display brightness. (→ P.117)
protection is enabled. Slide the lock switch on the SD card to disable
· Set the display to dim when not used for some time. (→ P.118)
write-protection.
· Reduce the sampling rate used to record files. (→ P.27)
· Due to their characteristics, using nickel metal hydride batteries
(especially high-capacity ones) or lithium batteries should enable longer
use than alkaline batteries.
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Detailed product diagrams
Appendices
Slate
Mic, Tone
I NPUT RECORDER
Input 1-8
Input Track 1
SW
Track 2
Input 1 A/D HPF Limiter φ Delay
Track 3
MS Stereo
Trim Track 4
Track 5
Input 2 A/D HPF Limiter φ Delay
Track 6
Trim
Track 7
Track 8
Input 3 A/D HPF Limiter φ Delay
L, R
MS Stereo
Detailed product diagrams
Track L
Trim
Track R
Input 4 A/D HPF Limiter φ Delay Level Meter Rec Track
Mute
Trim
OUTPUT
MAIN 1/2
Prefader MAIN 1/2 Level Meter Output On/Off,
Input 5 A/D HPF Limiter φ Delay Level
Fader
MS Stereo
MAIN
Trim Limiter M1 Delay D/A OUT 1
Input 6 A/D HPF Limiter φ Delay Postfader
MAIN
Limiter M2 Delay D/A
Trim OUT 2
Routing (→P.131)
SUB1/2
SUB 1/2 Level Meter
Input 7 A/D HPF Limiter φ Delay Fader
MS Stereo
Track 1 Headphone
Alert Tone Level
Track 2
Alert Tone
Track 3 Level
Track 4
Track 5 L/R
L/R Level
Track 6
Fader Meter
Track 7
Tr1-8 Tr1-8 Tr1-8
Track 8
Level Fader Pan
Track L Meter
Track R
SLATE Track L
Slate Mic Track R
Level
Mic Mic
A/D
Tone
Slate Tone
Level
Tone
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Appendices
Routing
Prefader MAIN OUT Routing Prefader SUB OUT Routing Prefader Headphone Routing
MS Stereo
Track 1 Track 1 Track 1
: : : :
Track 2
: :
Track 8 Track 8
Track 8
Postfader
: :
Track 1 Track 1
Track 8
: : : : Track L/R
Track 8 Track 8 Track L
Track R
MAIN 1 SUB 1
SUB OUT
SUB OUT 2
Prefader PFL
Track 1 Track 1
: :
Track 8 Track 8
SOLO
Track 1
:
Track 8
Tr1-8 Tr1-8
Fader Pan
HP L
HP R
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Metadata list
Appendices
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Appendices
Metadata contained in iXML chunks in WAV files
iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks
MENU > FINDER (SD card root folder)
<PROJECT> ○ ○ MENU > FINDER > Option > Meta Data Edit > Project
Name
MENU > REC > Next Take > Scene Name Mode
<SCENE> ○ × MENU > REC > Next Take > User Scene Name
MENU > FINDER > Option > Rename
Metadata list
<TAKE> ○ ×
MENU > FINDER (recording destination folder name)
<TAPE> ○ ○ MENU > FINDER > Option > Meta Data Edit > Folder
(Tape) Name
<CIRCLED> ○ ○ MENU > FINDER > Option > Meta Data Edit > Circle
<WILD TRACK> × ×
<FALSE START> × ×
<NO GOOD> × ×
<FILE_UID> ○ ×
<UBITS> ○ × MENU > TIMECODE > Timecode > Ubits
MENU > REC > Next Take > Note
<NOTE> ○ ○
MENU > FINDER > Option > Meta Data Edit > Note
<BEXT> × ×
<USER> × ×
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Metadata list (continued)
Appendices
134
F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Appendices
iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks
<FILE_SET>
<FILE_SET> <TOTAL_FILES> ○ ×
<FILE_SET> <FAMILY_UID> ○ ×
<FILE_SET> <FAMILY_NAME> × ×
<FILE_SET> <FILE_SET_START_TIME_HI> × ×
<FILE_SET> <FILE_SET_START_TIME_LO> × ×
<FILE_SET> <FILE_SET_INDEX> ○ ×
Metadata list
iXML master tag iXML sub tag Written Read Remarks
<TRACK_LIST>
<TRACK_LIST> <TRACK_COUNT> ○ ×
<TRACK> <CHANNEL_INDEX> ○ ×
<TRACK> <INTERLEAVE_INDEX> ○ ×
The same track names as in BEXT chunk metadata are
<TRACK> <NAME> ○ ×
written (tracks 1–8, L, R).
<TRACK> <FUNCTION> × ×
○ = YES × = NO
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List of shortcuts
Appendices
HOME screen
Shortcut Explanation
Show the name that will be given to the next take recorded.
Press and hold Example: Scene001-T001
This can only be used when stopped.
Advance the scene number by 1.
+ This can only be used when stopped.
MIXER screen
Shortcut Explanation
Reset the selected Pan/Fader to the default value.
Press and hold If the selected fader is already set to its default value, sets it to Mute.
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F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Specifications
Appendices
Recording media Dual SD card slots support 16MB–2GB SD cards, 4GB–32GB SDHC cards and 64GB–512GB SDXC cards
INPUT 1–8 Connectors XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 hot, TRS: TIP hot)
Input gain +10 – +75 dB
Input impedance 3.3 kΩ
XLR inputs (MIC)
Maximum input level +14 dBu (at 0 dBFS, limiter ON)
Phantom power +24/+48V 10mA maximum for each channel
Input gain −10 – +55 dB
TRS inputs (LINE) Input impedance 28 kΩ
Specifications
Inputs
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Specifications (continued)
Appendices
138
F8 Multi Track Field Recorder
Appendices
When recording 2 channels at 48kHz/16-bit to SD1 with MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIME CODE OFF, LED/LCD Brightness 5, 32Ω head-
phones, PHANTOM OFF
Alkaline batteries 8.5 hours or more
NiMH (2450mAh) 10 hours or more
Lithium batteries 12.5 hours or more
When recording 8 channels at 48kHz/24-bit to SD1 with MAIN/SUB OUT OFF, TIME CODE OFF, LED/LCD Brightness 5, 32Ω head-
phones, PHANTOM OFF
Continuous recording time Alkaline batteries 4.5 hours or more
Specifications
NiMH (2450mAh) 6 hours or more
Lithium batteries 8.5 hours or more
When recording 8 channels at 192kHz/24-bit to SD1 with MAIN/SUB OUT ON, TIME CODE Int Free Run, LED/LCD Brightness 60,
32Ω headphones, PHANTOM 48V
Alkaline batteries 1 hour or more
NiMH (2450mAh) 2 hours or more
Lithium batteries 3 hours or more
Display 2.4" full-color LCD (320x240)
Mass storage operation
Class USB 2.0 High Speed
Multi Track audio interface operation (driver required for Windows, not required for Mac)
Class USB 2.0 High Speed
Specifications 44.1/48/96kHz sampling rate, 16/24-bit bit rate, 8 in/4 out
USB
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energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, undesired operation.
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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